Tattoos, piercings and body modifications: why?

[fool-ish]

I bite my nails in fits and starts (husband generally tells me off and asks if I want a dummy at these times!) When I'm feeling a little stressed, I can bite them all off in one sitting. Though, at the moment I'm making a concerted effort to grow them because I want them long and paintable for my annual trip to Whitby Gothic Weekend in 4 weeks time. They're going to be a vibrant red to match my outfit.

@ 'thul, my toes are curling up at the thought of chewing toenails! I don't do feet..at all, ever!